Description
Classic Three Bean Salad is a vibrant, nutritious dish that’s perfect for summer gatherings. Combining kidney beans, cannellini beans, and green beans tossed in a zesty dressing, this easy-to-make salad is not only delicious but also packed with protein and fiber. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you’ll have a colorful and refreshing side that’s ideal for BBQs, potlucks, or as a stand-alone meal. Its versatility allows you to pair it with grilled meats or enjoy it chilled as a light lunch. Make it ahead to let the flavors meld beautifully!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can kidney beans
- 1 can cannellini beans
- 1.5 cups frozen green beans (thawed)
- ¼ cup red onion (finely diced)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the kidney and cannellini beans, then combine them with thawed green beans in a large mixing bowl.
- Finely dice the red onion and soak it in ice water for five minutes to mellow its flavor. Drain well and add to the bean mixture along with chopped parsley.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, sugar, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and stir gently until well coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Chilled
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding bell peppers or corn for extra crunch. For variety, try using different types of beans like black or pinto beans.